Winter is not drivers’ favorite time. You leave the house at the last minute, get into the car, and the windows are so frozen that you can’t move? Who among us doesn’t know such a scenario… This time of year has its own rules and you need to be properly prepared for each ride. First of all, before you get behind the wheel, check the route and road conditions. During this time, it is worth driving on main roads and avoiding shortcuts. And also be patient. Always assume that your journey will take longer than the navigation shows.
Things that are worth having in the car during frosty weather
The BBC website has prepared a list of things that are worth having in the car during frosty weather. As the authors of the guide note, the most important things are warm clothes and comfortable shoes. An insulated jacket, hat, scarf and gloves are things that each of you certainly has with you in winter. However, not everyone carries a blanket with them. The BBC suggests that it may be useful when you are stuck in a traffic jam.
In addition, the list also included: a first aid kit and sunglasses in case the weather was nice and the sun reflecting off the snow hurt your eyes. A fully charged phone – the battery discharges faster in winter, navigation or map – if you need to change the route, shovel – in case you need to clear snow, ice scraper, flashlight, thermos with a warm drink and a bar of chocolate.
How to prepare your car for winter?
First of all, remember to change to winter tires. Additionally, replace your windshield washer fluid with a winter one and try to use your car regularly to prevent the battery from discharging. If you’re worried about your wipers freezing to your windshield, place a piece of cardboard between them and the windshield at night.
Source: Gazeta
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